Daniel Radcliffe - Brotherhood of Man - How To Succeed In Business - 65th Annual Tonys

[@ashwilkins5947]

Daniel Radcliffe is so tiny, it's adorable.

[@cypher515]

Remember from the Potter books, how tiny Ginny was supposed to be compared to everyone else? Daniel and Bonnie being just about the exact same height, that was kind of dropped for the movies, wasn't it?

[@reasonrestored9116]

Ace Wilkins lol I had no idea, but he literally is two feet shorter than all these guys!

[@ariochiv]

Well, putting him next to 6'4" John Laroquette might not have been the best casting decision. :D

[@hariferalexander1935]

his height 165 cm

[@katiecarrot31]

@@cypher515 well, they didnt necessarily know how tall he would grow, he was 11 when they started filming...

[@laurenslack9169]

Every time I see this video, I am struck by how talented that man is. He's British, playing an American, singing with an American accent. And dancing. Mind. Blown.

[@jamesbrittain5659]

For us British it is incredibly easy to pull of a typical new York or California accent

[@Schwubble4444]

James Brittain and then you make fun of us North Amercans when we try to do any kind of European Accent

[@NutsAboutHarry]

@@Schwubble4444 that's because you can't do a Euro accent.

[@Schwubble4444]

Problematic Donut very much so

[@citrinedragon1466]

Lol... the Aussie accent is harder

[@Himaryous]

I am so happy for Daniel Radcliffe that his career didn't go the way of so many child superstars. He not only has multiple talents but he puts the work in and goes for it. He briefly had an alcohol problem, and he beat it young, and look at him now. He's a role model not only for keeping youthful success going but for overcoming your own demons.

[@DanielGonzalezC]

Fun fact: this presentation was less than a month before the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, pt 2 premiere. He wrapped up filming for the movies in December 2010, and immediately started rehearsals for this musical, which opened in March 2011, and he stayed on the show all throughout the release of Deathly Hallows, doing press and premieres for the finale of his lifelong saga. Basically doing Potter by day and Finch by night for several months. Just before Harry Potter was over, he was already looking to move past that role, which is probably why he succeeded (without trying?).

[@wasabea2695]

Too bad for Rupert Grint, then :(

[@Himaryous]

@@wasabea2695 Why?

[@brera2434]

@@wasabea2695 why? He's not looking to continue a career in film and is happily married with a child 🤷‍♀️ that's a great outcome!

[@brera2434]

All of them, actually. Emma Watson, too.

[@joshuden]

Here 12yrs later to say: I hope this ensemble knows what they did. This performance was incredible.

[@Hunnypooh18]

Hahaha same dude same!

[@cookies441]

Couldn’t agree more. After Dan hits the landing, you can feel the energy from the ensemble. It’s so heartwarming

[@800Ms-k6n]

Couldn't agree more, Daniel and his team were incredible. 5:08 is easily my favorite dance move that they all did together

[@kokoken1]

It's now January 2024. Daniel hadn't yet turned 22 on the night he did this number. Now he, Jonathan Groff and Lindsay Mendez are killing it in the revival of Sondheim's "Merrily We Roll Along." He's come a long way!

[@FluidoftheDruids]

TONY NOMINATION, BABY!!!!

[@patriciaerickson7092]

Just saw Merrily a week ago. It was awesome!

[@beckygalambos6271]

Now June 16, 2024 and he's won the Tony for Merrily - I still think he should have one for this one and been nominated for at least one other role he did. So glad he's getting the recognition he deserves, finally!

[@phinp4947]

@@beckygalambos6271 he should have been nominated for The Lifespan of a Fact

[@anna.beatrice]

@@FluidoftheDruidsTONY WINNER!!!!!!!!

[@kr1stia]

Draco: Training for ballet Potter?

[@edgarb9768]

Kristia Gratil Best comment ever! 😂😂😂

[@victoriaxxx4518]

Kristia Gratil My very first thought😂

[@melodycastledine2217]

Harry: BROADWAY, Malfoy. BROADWAY.

[@SunaNoWafer]

Lol

[@morerbtt]

Thats right

[@dramamole]

Can we all agree that Daniel was absolutely snubbed by not getting a nomination for this? I'm not saying he should have won but he definitely earned a nomination here.

[@sherryduggar8821]

Daniel was a cute little boy and PERFECT for the part of Harry Potter but he is NOT a singer and does not have the charisma for stage shows.

[@dramamole]

@@sherryduggar8821 see I disagree. He is certainly not a singer along the lines of Jeremy Jordan, or George Hern, or Mandy Patinkin. However none of the actors who have played this specific role have been amazing singers. They can carry a tune and stay on pitch but they aren't really known for their singing voices. I find Daniel Radcliffe's voice to be on par with that. And I do think he has the charisma for the stage, I think he shows that in this video. He's never gonna star in Dear Evan Hansen or Book of Mormon, but he is right for these kind of shows, in my opinion. Also I mean come on he danced his ass off in this, and looked damn good doing it next to dancers who I'm sure have a ton more experience.

[@wendyweaver8749]

@@sherryduggar8821 - Watch the movie with Robert Morse and you will see for yourself that Daniel Radcliffe sang as well as Morse. I had the pleasure of seeing the show live on Broadway and, as on this video, Daniel was electric. I have been a fan of "How to Succeed in Business" since I saw the movie version in 1967.

[@markyonskie9659]

@@dramamole Rex Harrison talked his way through My Fair Lady too!

[@goodyougetastar]

@@wendyweaver8749 he definitely has stage presence and is a charmer on stage I have to say, BUT his eyes are basically glued to the floor and you can see he still needed maturing. He was good though, don't get me wrong

[@actorguy213]

I keep forgetting how insane the choreography for this production was. It's just fantastic.

[@tejaswoman]

Thank you! I was just looking through to see if anybody said who did this phenomenal, vastly original choreography? If you know the answer, please reply, because I'm dying to know.

[@JennyParker38]

tejaswoman Rob Ashford. He also directed this revival.

[@maxmd9218]

Just watching it makes me very tired. The dancing was insane. Then you have to sing at the same time. For stamina alone should get an award!

[@gjbtlr]

First thing I said to myself: This choreography is wild!

[@kenjacoby7404]

I kept expecting Robert Morse and Matthew Broderick to join in....but I guess that would have distracted from the current cast!

[@JoceLawson]

How is no one giving credit to the costume department? Men dancing in 3 piece suits?! Incredible. I love everything about this performance 10 years later

[@justsewingly]

Yes! I can only imagine each built custom so they have gussets to accommodate all the dancing

[@JacquelinClark]

A friend of a friend was the costume designer - and they were indeed custom built! I believe she was nominated for a Tony for this work!

[@deadlightsgirl]

This is always the example I give of a time when the name actor DOESN’T suddenly disappear when the impressive dancing starts, and instead keeps up with the trained dancers in the ensemble. That is not easy choreo, and DanRad MORE than holds his own. Just one of the many reasons why he rocks. ❤

[@netherfield2000]

Daniel Radcliffe's diversity amazes me. Small movies, horror movies, theater, musical theater. He totally needs at least a Tony nomination.

[@tinyprints5423]

I'm guessing at some point he will wind up with some gold on his shelf.

[@astridjuliehalvorsen7788]

Well I’m happy to say that nine years later he got the nomination at least

[@sammitchell2338]

And now he has the Tony!

[@williamjones7163]

He is a winner in my book.

[@Mariia.Cascales]

CAn we talk bout the breath controll of that woman??? LIKE she was being pushed side to side while singing. hell yeah.

[@ariochiv]

She's also FREAKIN' HUGE! :D

[@IDK098]

Ikr

[@Emily-1525]

I was thinking the same especially since she probably had to keep stiff to be pushed from side to side. Those notes take so much air as is and then to basically try to sway like a palm tree is so impressive.

[@duathanmagic_]

Are they lipsync?. I see no microphone

[@claudiamastroianni4300]

@@ariochiv Well, Daniel is short, and she’s wearing at least 4” heels!

[@owls2223]

Daniel: *Tries really hard to break away from his previous roles. Does his best* Me: Look at that Potter man go!

[@serixskylark]

Sarah Nowik Daniel has said he loved playing Harry and doesn’t mind when fans only know him for that.

[@mino5301]

@@serixskylark Daniel Radcliffe *

[@serixskylark]

Maham Fatima autocorrect lol

[@DeathnoteBB]

SerixSkylark Aww thats sweet. I always feel bad when actors hate being known for one thing.

[@Sugabug75]

LOL!!!!! Accurate!

[@ninadee9753]

Bro. People who have never done a show don't realize how crazy hard it is to sing while jumping and running around all the while keeping a stable and supported sound

[@louisa8531]

That’s what I was thinking like surely he’d have to be pretty fit to not run out of breathe

[@donquixotemom]

As a choreographer, this number makes me cry. It’s everything a musical theatre show stopper should be. My heart!!

[@ToddSF]

Totally excellent. Daniel Radcliffe had to learn to dance to do this show and he danced brilliantly -- he did everything the professional dancers surrounding him did. Sang very nicely, too, I might add. He was the perfect choice for the role, which is supposed to be filled by a small man (Radcliffe is 5'4" tall) -- which is one of the reasons Robert Morse was cast in the original production (Morse is 5'5" tall). I've watched this number a whole bunch of times and it always makes me happier -- great choreography, a great chorus, in every way topnotch!

[@danielh457]

actually in the behind the scences of harry potter and the goblet of fire Daniel says that he's actually a great dancer

[@May04bwu]

daniel hershkovits He says that he hoped he would be a good dancer while filming the Yule ball, but that wasn't the case since he kept messing up.

[@shawnritz]

Don’t forget that he’s actually British

[@crunchhardtack9532]

That was wonderful. Daniel was brilliant. Excellent choice for Finch. I suppose it would be difficult to sing in his American accent.

[@valeriebellomo6988]

Cant help it....still doesn't beat performance of original Bobby Morse. One of my favorite shows! Bobby's got that role sown up!! Its his forever

[@bethany5527]

That choreography has me SHOOK

[@tejaswoman]

😍

[@elithewholeshebang]

SERIOUSLY THOUGH, IT'S INASNELY GOOD

[@800Ms-k6n]

Yeah, some of my favorite theater shows from Broadway got me thinking "How the hell they did all of that??" 5:08 is probably my favorite, just them raising their hands and shaking their feet together is so beautiful

[@TheHomesteadingHobbit]

At the beginning of minute 4:52, when Daniel comes down and looks out to the audience for the final part of the song, the pride in his eyes always makes me emotional. This guy has overcome a lot of demons, and he came out on top. I absolutely love this guy, and loved that he did this. It's a such a great moment, as if inside he was saying, "I did it".

[@youngfadula]

I felt it

[@sherrysink3177]

For sure! And I think by then the song had built up so much that the audience was really getting into it (you can hear them cheering), which has to be such a rush for him, especially being out in front of that final dance line. He looked fantastic. SO. MUCH. FUN.

[@geniehossain3738]

I LOVE that moment! It's the greatest living embodiment of a "I did it! How do you like them apples?" moment in song form that I've ever seen!!!

[@glittery_cucumber]

I always used to think the applause he got was because of the flip, but now I think it's because this very experienced crowd knew the number was coming to an end and rewarding his entire performance that night

[@TheHomesteadingHobbit]

@Brian McNally hahahaha nasty #equus

[@hannahvasby-burnie2477]

This. THIS is Broadway. Big showstopping songs, whole company numbers, everyone enjoying themselves.

[@layla.williams__]

And sweating their backs off 😂💖

[@fareshajjar1208]

It's a thing for gays... and some women.

[@reneastle8447]

I agree, I'm aspiring to see my name in lights on Broadway as playwright, lyricist, librettist, director, and costume designer.

[@Dotsaa2]

Or at least ACTING like they’re enjoying themselves…

[@SupremesVideos]

Hagrid is in the crowd crying, saying: _'That's ma boy!'_

[@IDK098]

LOL YES

[@xalliegachax]

I wouldn't be surprised 🤣

[@PisangGoreng-vz5gq]

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[@scribblebee5412]

I pity the poor bastard sat behind him

[@Rosesshouldcomeingreen]

So was Amos Diggory in 1995

[@annabergman2637]

I think the pit in this musical really doesn't get enough credit. The music is stupidly hard for this musical, something I learned the hard way because my high school just finished up this show, and I happened to be in the pit 😝

[@DigiDestined13]

The pit never gets the credit they deserve, sadly.

[@karigirl34]

So true!!

[@alexhull8963]

Honestly tho

[@TheRealBrandonMcDuff]

Honestly, if it was a high school version, it is usually a simplified, maybe not by a lot, but revivals of shows change up the music even more, so this music right here is probably insane!

[@andrewallan1609]

ive been playing trumpet for near 8 years now. i took one look at the Trumpet sheet music and nearly snapped my horn in half. this pit is phenomenal

[@dchang11]

Harry Potter might be his greatest work, but Daniel Radcliffe's home is the stage.

[@RollOnToVictory]

I will not rest till I hear him sing "Back To Hogwarts" from a Very Potter Musical.

[@acousticartist3692]

OH MY GOD YES PLEASE!!!

[@PolyBiBadger]

+RollOnToVictory yesssss!! THAT MUST HAPPEN!!!

[@carladilisio4819]

Harry Potter is not his best work as an actor! Yes, it was the one that blasted off his career, but he had better roles through the years. This in particular amazes me. It shows how versatile he is!

[@user-xh1ei2og9p]

Up

[@LizViar]

Why would anyone even think that they would lip sync a Broadway show…. I saw this live in New York and Daniel was most certainly singing every single song. This show was absolutely fantastic, the audience went nuts towards the end of this performance and kept on clapping and clapping it was amazing

[@carr0760]

I have a friend who has performed on the Tony's. He confirmed that performances for the show are not sung live. It is all lip syncing. With the number of performances huge performances that happen, the technical requirements are simply Impossible. Yes, the Broadway shows are sung live, but not on the Tony's.

[@rodbagheri5175]

Karina Carr this has to be at least partially false. Titus Burgess’ mix went out when he was singing Sit Down You’re Rockin the Boat at the Tony’s. It was a whole fiasco and eventually a tech runs a handheld mic out to him. If it was prerecorded that wouldn’t have happened. Can I ask what show your friend was in? I’ve known a couple folks who performed at the Tony’s and none of them ever said it wasn’t live.

[@epicremarc]

I mean, I’ve heard that in Hairspray You Can’t Stop the Best has choreography so intense that they had to prerecord it, but mostly it’s not that extreme

[@rodbagheri5175]

Epic Remarc yeah there are a few numbers from shows where they sweeten the vocals, which you can do to the shows that run largely off a click track.

[@stillatin]

@@carr0760 this is completely false, all songs on the Tony's are sung live. The show is meant to celebrate Broadway, why in the heck would they lip sync

[@sophietateh]

I just love how genuinely pleased with himself Daniel Radcliffe looks, he looks like hes having so much fun 😂😂

[@krishnapriyakaren4776]

Daneille Radcliffe is an actor that really wants it, he wants to be good, he wants to do the work and he gives it his all everytime. He is a delight.

[@noveggiepls]

I love how both Daniel and darren criss have played the same roles in How to succeed in business without really trying and Harry Potter! They're both really awesome :)

[@TigerPrawn_]

Is that the scent of a dikrat fan I smell?

[@ellathemusicalnerd1338]

Or totally awesome

[@amugglewatchingmugglething6585]

I FIND that to be very interesting

[@Rich90275]

They're definitely not lip syncing. They have small mics hidden in their hair, wigs, clothing, or above their ear. If you look closely during extreme close-ups, you can see them. The lady has the perfect style of old-time Broadway voice that won't be drowned out by all of those men. You can see how proud she is to be performing on the Tony Awards... while the look on John Larroquette's face seems to be saying, "I'm getting too old for this sh*t."

[@Arkelk2010]

I think that was what the role required--that how do I get out of this, and do I really have to think this guy for saving my career attitude.

[@lucinda2329]

@@Arkelk2010 yep

[@ericaashby7310]

This is what I'm wondering though. Clearly they are not doing FULL lipsync, but towards the end,they are doing kicks and 360 jumps while belting out the final phrases AFTER doing that whole difficult dance with no interruption to their sound quality. IDK...

[@Mushroom-rz6cn]

@@ericaashby7310 theyre just _that good._ I mean, you can't fake this on broadway and if they were doing this choreo or something similar they just adapted to sing with it.

[@Greg-fs2rh]

@@ericaashby7310 It's live. And they did that 8 shows a week. I saw the show and this number was even more amazing in the smaller theater where it was playing.

[@Christopher23451]

I don't even know how they're able to do all that and still sing in perfect key and time. I would be panting one minute in from the dancing alone.

[@lucymoore7676]

It's a bit of a dirty secret within the MT industry but a lot of big dance numbers like this are "click tracked", they have pre recorded sections of the song playing that the chorus sing over for exactly the reason you stated. There are some laws that mean it has to be the people on stage that are singing in the recording though!

[@beadmecreative9485]

Christopher they rehearse for a few weeks so they can learn the play before the show begins showing and obviously you have keep fit.

[@heatherrockwell9012]

Yeah, that always impresses me too- for another example, check out the Tony performance of Don't Break the Rules with NLB, it's similarly crazy.

[@dicklauder]

It’s called training and stamina. You have to understand, musical theater people are just like athletes. They train for years with dance classes and vocal training in order to be able to be able to sing and dance like that. It’s hard work. Anyone who says differently has never performed in a show. You think this is impressive, now do it 8 times a week. And if you’re in the ensemble you also not only need to learn your track, but also a few others. Many of them are understudies for supporting roles and lead roles. It’s an intense profession.

[@IDK098]

Ikr lol

[@rafaelyaguaro2842]

And he FINALLY got his long overdue and well deserved Tony!! Next ...The Oscars!

[@percyswife4ever]

“How many times have you watched this?” “Yes.”

[@mattdeans9873]

This number alone would sweat off five pounds and they do it eight times a week. Proof positive that Daniel Radcliffe in no flash in the pan. He's one hellava trooper.

[@Ariam2307]

Everyone else "Look is Harry Potter and he can dance" me "Is that White Josh? It is White Josh!!!!"

[@vaxstiel]

White Josh! I thought is was Rannells because I recognized him, but thank you, it's White Josh!

[@musicaltheatrelover4717]

AHAHAHA LITERALLY SAME

[@anthonyfrascella4598]

My eyes are drawn to WhiJo the entire number. David Hull is amazing!

[@philippatill9727]

Is that white Josh!? It is white josh! Lol

[@jonathanrio6587]

I just thought, "OMG White Josh!" and thought I was the only one. Then I looked in the comments... hahahaha

[@MillennialPanic]

Out of three main starts of Harry Potter Daniel turned out to be the best actor. And he is even better at comedies. I'm so happy he is doing so well.

[@maryanneneedham5332]

Emma Watson is also doing some very good work, although she has more difficulty with a mandatory American accent. But it's a case of "Rupert who?" unfortunately.

[@MillennialPanic]

MaryAnne Needham That's true but I'm not really a fan of hers. I don't think she's a good actress at all but she does have a lot going on. Rupert is more underground, he's been on a bunch of British comedies but he's not cast as much as the other two but you never know, maybe he just doesn't want to.

[@khalsa7474]

Edith Lamda yeah DAN is the best . emma Watson is not a good actress and her choices of role are also not good

[@maryanneneedham5332]

Did you see The Perks of Being Wallflower? I thought Watson was very good in that, and it's become one of my go-to films when my spirit needs a boost. Admittedly, Lerman was the star, but Watson did a fine job as Sam. I didn't mind her as Belle, although the film dragged a bit, which was not her fault. Just one person's opinion.

[@MillennialPanic]

I didn't like her there either. The film is wonderful and very well made, I enjoyed it very much but she's just mediocre. Of course I'm not one to talk really since I'm not an actor but in my opinion she's doing nothing outside her comfort zone. She was my Hermione in the first 2 HP movies but then it escalated downwards for me. I dunno, she just does nothing for me. Dan on the other hand does. He didn't always though, he became a great actor when he wasn't when he started. He was almost bad in the HP films but in the rest he's starring he's amazing!

[@jessica23claire]

Okay. OKAY. Let's just appreciate that not only has Dan never done a big Broadway musical before How to Succeed, not only did he have to learn to sing and dance, BUT...he did it all with dyspraxia, meaning it made it even more difficult for him to learn to dance. And he easily holds his own against all these seasoned professionals.

[@craftsandstuff3349]

Dyspraxia?

[@msguineapigsrus]

@@craftsandstuff3349Developmental Coordination Disorder (formerly known as Clumsy Child Syndrome) aka dyspraxia is a neuro developmental motor condition. It’s like dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, etc but affects coordination. I have dyspraxia too (and minored in music and dance in undergrad). It does make dance a lot harder.

[@staycgirlsitsgoingdown2]

I love how much shorter Daniel is than everyone else. Also, that American accent, amazing.

[@TheTradge]

He's 5'5", probably one of the shortest guys in showbusiness, yet he fills the stage remarkably well and emits the energy and confidence that give the illusion of being bigger than he is (if that makes sense haha!)

[@haniapopowska8966]

He tried to sound American best he could :)

[@anaross7208]

Funny, I watched a few movies with him as a grown up, but until this one I never quite realised how short the guy is. He is even shorter than the honorable hobbit of Hollywood, Elijah Wood.

[@christinebutler7630]

Let's not forget Fred Astaire was very short. So was Gene Kelly.

[@800Ms-k6n]

@@anaross7208 Really? i used to think that Daniel was taller than Elijah lol

[@kmb729]

2:24 IT'S WHITE JOSH FROM CRAZY EX GIRLFRIEND

[@theatrefreak25]

Yep! That's indeed David Hull

[@themopie]

OMG IT IS!!

[@anarchoshaggy-ism3925]

Tahnk you so much for pointing this out.

[@michaelritchie2968]

Came to the comments to see if someone could confirm this haha

[@pecsbadman]

I was trying to figure out where I had seen him before!

[@tommykevans3]

13 years later - TONY WINNER DANIEL RADCLIFFE 🎉

[@angelman51266]

He's incredible on Broadway right now in Merrily We Roll Along!

[@kizW29]

We all going to ignore “white josh” from crazy ex-girlfriend singing and dancing his little heart out?! 🥰

[@dwainpannell8366]

Not happening on my watch sister keep spreading the word

[@emilysimoneau]

That was the first thing I saw. I'm keeping the watch.

[@tokyomootsie]

Literally had to pause and send a photo to my sister just now 😂

[@GD-ec2xu]

Which one is white Josh?

[@kizW29]

@@GD-ec2xu1:37 directly behind Daniel Radcliffes shoulder x

[@Megan-bt9pm]

As a celeb casting who became known for film and not necessarily dance, I'm really glad that he went for it rather than just being planted in place as the others dance around him!

[@samanthaw.861]

Who else is here after Daniel’s Tony win??

[@Philippadrinkstea]

10 points to gryffindor! 😂🎉

[@VanGoghGlobetrotter]

🙋🏻‍♀️

[@bowtoyoursensei554]

Yup! Who knew he'd grow up to be a triple threat!

[@CareyTisdal]

Me.

[@shelly_lee]

me

[@savagegardenrox]

One of the highlights of my life to date was seeing Daniel Radcliffe on stage on Broadway in the revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Not only was I fortunate enough to see the show, I was in the second row. I could have touched his foot when he came down on the window washer seat at the top of the show (I didn't try, but I could have reached).

[@WytZox1]

Daniel Radcliffe is truly breaking away from a Harry Potter stereotype here. YES! ☺

[@ricarleite]

He's a pretty good actor. It's just a coincidence he was cast as Harry Potter as a child.

[@Ultimime]

Watch "Kill your darlings" His range as an actor will no longer be questioned.

[@May04bwu]

He's truly a great actor :)

[@Tytytytyty1776]

What the fuck is a Harry Potter stereotype? He's the only person to have played Harry Potter. Anything he does it a Harry Potter stereotype.

[@user-xh1ei2og9p]

Yep

[@andrewthacher6395]

Back to watch this again! I saw Matthew Broderick's version on B'way ages ago, so it was a treat to see him co-present this. Loved it when it first aired, and it still gives me joy 12 years later. Daniel cemented his cred as a Triple Threat with this. His singing is on point, but his DANCING really blew me away! "Harry the Hoofer" he should be called! BRAVO Daniel and the cast!

[@michellemunn7959]

Holy crap Daniel has the moves!!! Never would have guessed it

[@kacharman4182]

Ikr? Didnt know he is actually a good dancer!

[@IDK098]

In the behind the scenes of the yule ball (of harry potter) he said hes actually a good dancer aha

[@sst2328]

@@IDK098 Yes, I remember that too. Harry was an awkward dancer, but here, Daniel's like 'let me dance throughout the show! I love it!’ ;D

[@marilynsitaker4198]

Robert Morse created the role to perfection and he's hard to beat--his face, voice and mannerisms were just perfect! Daniel Radcliffe however has already demonstrated his prowess and versatility as an actor in the short time since he stepped away from the Harry Potter role in movies like Swiss Army Man and A Young Doctor's Notebook. I was impressed by his ability to sing while dancing...very difficult. (PS I agree with MissSmoochPooch about the choreography.) I like him more and more the more I see his work.

[@edtracker47]

He has absolutely shown his versatility. look forward to seeing him in more productions

[@annademo]

I confess to seeing this show twice on Broadway and Radcliffe was excellent but the King of the Brotherhood, who died today (Robert Morse) will never be surpassed. RIP, Mr. Morse.

[@petemichael4512]

I watch this particular video with Daniel and original revival cast periodically. Why? It brings me such joy. It is some of the cleverest choreography I've ever seen - dancers are absolutely amazing - and Radcliffe gives it everything he's got. It lifts me out of my chair.

[@elithewholeshebang]

Yeah, my first time seeing this and it has become a favorite of mine , choreo is insaneeee and I LOVE IT

[@estebanquinones5918]

Dear pit orchestra, ensemble, and choreographers this version of the musical would be nothing without you thank you for your amazing work.

[@hallie736]

I love how utterly joyful they all look performing this.

[@RaulAPinto-hi9sg]

10 points for Gryffindor!

[@davewilson1447]

lol. that made me laugh out loud.

[@diane9889]

100*

[@thebananaowenslippedon7095]

*10000000000000

[@xalliegachax]

Draco - Dang it Pottah you just had to steal the house cup for dancing 🙄

[@mintysbb]

1000000000000000000000000000 point for Gryffindor!

[@FriPilot]

That performance should have seen a standing ovation. It was marvelous! It's not easy for professional dancers to look like schlocky businessmen who are NOT dancers dancing.

[@aliciawright4533]

It still shocks me to see him dancing and singing, he is just so brilliant at it i love him so much he is just adorable.

[@angelman51266]

Daniel is even more of a Broadway star than movie star! Wow.

[@joannefairclough7960]

After so many Merrily videos I am back here again to marvel at Daniel Radcliffe and one of the most joyous, stirring and brilliantly choreographed - and executed - big name numbers of any show, ever!

[@mariposa8430]

I love how they had the OG Finch, and the OBC Finch presenting Daniel. I think that was so incredibly sweet, and Daniel was probably so excited.

[@77cobby]

I would never ever have thought that Daniel Radcliffe would do so good in this - he is AMAZING!

[@vampirelove75]

I love what He has done with his career. He’s not afraid to do anything and he’s actually a very talented comedic actor. I love Harry Potter don’t get me wrong but I’m also very glad he didn’t get stuck.

[@KurtAnderson812]

And now a Tony Award winner! Congratulations Daniel. I can’t wait to see where he goes next.

[@pam0626]

Bravo Daniel! This choreography is so intricate and fast-paced. To be able to do thus eight times a week is incredible.

[@tombstoneharrystudios584]

To perform infront of Broadway legend Matthew Broderick and the man who created the role...Robert Morse himself, must have been more intimidating than performing the musical infront of a packed theatre every night!

[@gracekeddy]

to this day, i keep going back to this tony performance as one of my favorites, or whenever i need a reminder for how mindblowing live theater can be. this choreo boggles the mind every single time

[@lauranight4572]

4:54 Dan looks so proud!

[@aurares]

rational me: daniel radcliffe is an actor. it's his job to take on different roles and tell different stories. also me: *_P O T T E R_*

[@xalliegachax]

I can't help it! It's all I see! 🤣

[@hellolovely2]

WE DON’T TALK ABOUT THIS PERFORMANCE ENOUGH. it’s required viewing for all humans.

[@kevinastraw]

My life was "how to really try without succeeding in business". I have to say Radcliffe is astounding and outstanding in this clip.

[@anemated20]

I'm getting winded just watching this whole song, their stamina amazes me

[@edtracker47]

Right? I have actually never seen anything from this show until now. it is an incredible number

[@leahsmith6573]

I didn't know that Daniel Radcliffe singing and dancing was something I needed in my life until now! WOW!

[@davemathews7890]

My mom told me that when they performed this number in the original Broadway run of How to Succeed in Business, the audience would rise up from their seats and clap along with the music.

[@carlosadiaz]

RIP Robert Morse (the guy introducing Daniel Radcliffe with Matthew Broderick) who died today at age 90. He was the original actor who played Finch on Broadway and in the movie version.

[@drbombay91765]

He showed such dedication to learning his craft as a musical comedy star. He did it brilliantly.

[@SineadTobin-or7yv]

TONY AWARD WINNER DANIEL RADCLIFFE

[@Elphiyero10]

This is 11 years old at this point and I still watch it whenever it pops up on my homepage. Danrad is so impressive and what an amazing dance number. I feel you don't see dance sequences like this very much in modern musicals - I wish someone would bring them back! :)

[@danielh6015]

we took my son to NY when he turned 13 and saw the show with Radcliffe and Larroquette. It was wonderful. I am old enough to have seen the original movie many times (which i love) and this was a great additional to it.

[@sandycapper2447]

I have watched this soooo many times! It sounds silly but I am so proud of Daniel. Such a hard worker and someone who gives all he has to every part he plays. I love to watch his feet when he is dancing -- always hitting his mark. Such a talented guy -- actor, singer, dancer -- he has it all!!

[@roberttacorbett5795]

Daniel rocks this part! His singing, dancing and stage presence rocks it! Well done, Daniel!

[@phillymouse2033]

I remember seeing this on Broadway and he was awesome! I agree. He should have been nominated for a Tony. He was amazing!

[@lar9299]

Daniel is INSANELY talented. Never seen him dance AND sing like this. Bit late for the party, innit? Totally underrated actor.

[@emollyg]

i cant stop watching this for the choreography alone, look how each move and arrangement blends into each other flawlessly, even just all the coordination needed for the final pose, brilliant !!

[@pegbaez6990]

That flip right into the dance step at 4:50 impressed me. I can't stop watching it. The choreography of this dance is amazing, and Daniel Radcliffe was fantastic. I wish I got to see that while it was on Broadway.

[@emilycooper5538]

It's White Josh from Crazy Ex-Girlfriend in the chorus! You go, WhyJo!

[@tintinsnowyful]

That is an absolutely fantastic number. My respect for Daniel went through the roof.

[@irishpsalteri]

Okay, it is better than the original, never mind the visual, it is better musically. Thanks, you bring joy to an old musician's heart.

[@tavernowl1737]

I really enjoy watching Daniel Radcliffe do a lot of different stuff. His name and fortune is big enough that he can really pick the things he want to do and I love that for him.

[@Sakrysta]

Look at him go! That dancing was NOT easy! You can tell he is so thrilled to be performing and committed to doing the role justice. Well done!

[@hayprofilms]

I have to be honest that I had never heard of this show before and now I cannot put it down, its wonderful!

[@magalilucia]

Eleven years and still amazes me everytime.

[@mikegehre570]

How these guys can dance in suits incredibly is a wonder. And the choreography is both athletic and intricate. Big kudos to them all! Standing ovation

[@martynnotman3467]

The secret is the suits are not suit fabric. Extra stretchy dance costume material!

[@DisasterAuntie]

Hi, former quadruple threat (sing, dance, play instruments, act) here, and a performer off and on since 1975. The suits are made from a stretchy synthetic, very akin to the business suits I used to have to wear in the 90 and early 00s. The same fabric is used for some athletic wear; it's just cut to look like a suit, and it's a little looser so that it doesn't cling. The suits aren't impeding their movements at all! Nor are the shoes, which are the same idea: ballet shoe leather (very strong, but thin and flexible) with a small heel, cut to look like business shoes. The woman's shoes are what we call character shoes, and are basically just heeled tap shoes without the taps installed. Very sturdy, and very comfortable in comparison to most heeled shoes. They definitely deserve respect for the dancing, though! Just because the clothing isn't an impediment doesn't mean they're not awesome for doing it all. The choreography is pretty simple, actually, but being able to dance *while singing* (or playing an instrument) is one of the hardest things you can do as a performer, and every person on that stage is nailing it. Especially the soprano -- is that Rachel York, I wonder? -- who is not just singing, but singing in a range that is clearly audible, ringing out over every other voice, so if she makes a mistake or can't get the power to her voice, everyone would hear it unmistakably. The slightest waver would ruin her performance, but she doesn't make a single one. She hits and holds every note so solidly, more solidly than most non-Broadway-type performers can do even when not dancing. And of course, Radcliffe. That young man accomplished everything the others did, but he was doing it for the first time in his life, and working through dyspraxia as well. So many admirations for him.

[@mattdeans9873]

Ive watched this several times now. I just cant get over the athleticism of these astounding performers. And all that energy comes at the END of a two hour show. How on earth do they do it?

[@justingreen2432]

The energy in this performance never fails to bring me joy down to my toe nails!

[@beckyeisenhuth497]

Know it's been awhile but ... Went to New York and saw this. Daniel was amazing! Yes, he should have been nominated.

[@lohphat]

After not dancing for a paycheck for 17 years, this number got me back into class and dancing again. (Oof, time takes its toll on your flexibility). I watched this again and again, and that week I found a studio near me (I'd long since moved from LA and my usual studios). Fast forward to today I'm taking classes in NYC when I can get there. Maybe there's one more off-Broadway show left in these legs...

[@TheXnyr]

Thank you so much for posting that comment. I had no idea posting something I enjoy could affect someone else this way. GOOD LUCK!

[@quackingducks1229]

My school has a musical and when doing this song can someone show me a link to some lyrics

[@marilynsitaker4198]

Best of luck with your training, lohphat, and may your pins never fail you.

[@CajunFyre92]

I want to get back into dance so bad, but I’m worried how a spine injury and some lung damage from the coronavirus would affect me. I’m still pretty flexible after 11 years of not dancing

[@lohphat]

@@CajunFyre92 What are you going to do...wait until you're dead? 😉 May I suggest finding a Luigi technique teacher. He specialized in getting injured dancers back on their feet. He went from a car accident and coma to dancing with Gene Kelly. You can do it.

[@ana_theatre]

you mean tony award winner daniel radcliffe!

[@puffronaut7443]

The way Daniel killed that dance break

[@watertantrums2000]

My heart melted when he started singing...he's so adorable. He's a brilliant dancer too.

[@michaelbeaudoin1518]

This is the absolute essence of what makes musical theatre so special. Seriously, performances like this bring me to tears of joy!

[@roberttacorbett5795]

I would have loved to have seen Daniel Radcliffe in this show. What a great performance!

[@shiwangnikumari4948]

Ah! Whenever I watch this video ,It brings a bright smile on my face. He's seriously so talented. So classic

[@bhavyakumari3770]

man of perfection

[@shiwangnikumari4948]

:P I know right ;D

[@raemundvp1153]

im blown away with the immense talent of Daniel. He deserved a nomination on his performance in this production.

[@mjjm5511]

The choreography is nothing short of amazing especially that flip! Well done Radcliffe!!🙌🏽